CSIRO says, "As well as finding that pears lower cholesterol, relieve constipation and have anti-inflammatory effects, it also appears they can ward off hangover and lower blood alcohol levels."

Now, don't go stocking up on Bosc, Red Anjou, or Comice pears. CSIRO research director Manny Noakes says, "At present, studies have only investigated the Korean (or Asian) pear, which has long been a traditional remedy for alcohol hangover. So far the effect has been seen from consuming 220 ml off Korean pear juice, although consumption of whole pears may produce a similar effect."

Another benefit of consuming an Asian pear before consuming massive quantities of alcohol? It helps reduce memory loss, so you'll be able to remember all the embarrassing things you did while you were blitzed out of your mind.